Forest & Flowers Retreat Local Guide
Outdoor adventure
McConnell’s Mill State Park encompasses 2,546 acres of the spectacular Slippery Rock Creek Gorge – a National Natural Landmark. Created by the draining of glacial lakes thousands of years ago, the gorge has steep sides while the valley floor is scattered with huge boulders. Scenic overlooks and waterfalls are popular natural attractions.
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Parque Estatal McConnells Mill
1761 McConnells Mill RdMcConnell’s Mill State Park encompasses 2,546 acres of the spectacular Slippery Rock Creek Gorge – a National Natural Landmark. Created by the draining of glacial lakes thousands of years ago, the gorge has steep sides while the valley floor is scattered with huge boulders. Scenic overlooks and waterfalls are popular natural attractions.
16,725 acres — one of the largest parks in western Pennsylvania. It includes 71 miles of trails and 42 miles of lake shoreline. The North Country Trail runs through the park, and you can hike many sections from different areas. Rent a boat or kayak, take a nature cruise, swim, and enjoy the water of Lark Arthur.
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Moraine State Park
225 Pleasant Valley Rd16,725 acres — one of the largest parks in western Pennsylvania. It includes 71 miles of trails and 42 miles of lake shoreline. The North Country Trail runs through the park, and you can hike many sections from different areas. Rent a boat or kayak, take a nature cruise, swim, and enjoy the water of Lark Arthur.
Only 1 mile from the Forest & Flowers Retreat. Enjoy exploring the trails along the creek.
McConnells Mill State Park - Armstrong Bridge
Armstrong RoadOnly 1 mile from the Forest & Flowers Retreat. Enjoy exploring the trails along the creek.
Food scene
Located in historic Harmony – a purveyor of fine baked goods. German and Hungarian baking traditions and recipes have been passed down to the owners. They use natural, organic ingredients for most of their baking. They use flour from the local Frankferd Farms too! A 20 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
The Two Fraus Bakery
253 Mercer StLocated in historic Harmony – a purveyor of fine baked goods. German and Hungarian baking traditions and recipes have been passed down to the owners. They use natural, organic ingredients for most of their baking. They use flour from the local Frankferd Farms too! A 20 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
Features Italian inspired coffees, loose leaf teas, French crepes, and American grilled cheese sandwiches in nearby Harmony PA – a historic German town. A 20 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
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Wunderbar Coffee & Crepes
253 Mercer StFeatures Italian inspired coffees, loose leaf teas, French crepes, and American grilled cheese sandwiches in nearby Harmony PA – a historic German town. A 20 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
In nearby Ellwood City, PA serves locally roasted coffee and offers house made items such as almond milk, chai, and hummus. A 10 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
National Grind Coffee & Tea Shop
435 Lawrence AveIn nearby Ellwood City, PA serves locally roasted coffee and offers house made items such as almond milk, chai, and hummus. A 10 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
Taproom with adventurous ales and a chef driven menu with everyday bar food plus elevated dinner specials less than 15 miles from Moraine State Park. A 30 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
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Butler Brew Works
101 S Main StTaproom with adventurous ales and a chef driven menu with everyday bar food plus elevated dinner specials less than 15 miles from Moraine State Park. A 30 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
A local favorite and uniquely handcrafted restaurant and brewery in nearby Slippery Rock, PA. Check the calendar for live music and enjoy a meal from their delicious menu ranging from farm to fork to vegan options. A 30 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
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North Country Brewing Co
141 S Main StA local favorite and uniquely handcrafted restaurant and brewery in nearby Slippery Rock, PA. Check the calendar for live music and enjoy a meal from their delicious menu ranging from farm to fork to vegan options. A 30 minute drive from Forest & Flowers Retreat.
Built around a historic cabin dating back to the early 1800’s. The restaurant is an intimate, casual atmosphere complete with colonial décor. Grab a seat on the great outdoor deck overlooking the woods.
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Log Cabin Inn
430 Perry HwyBuilt around a historic cabin dating back to the early 1800’s. The restaurant is an intimate, casual atmosphere complete with colonial décor. Grab a seat on the great outdoor deck overlooking the woods.
In Harmony’s National Historic District - offers a public tavern and unique dining experience, featuring local food and an extensive selection of Pennsylvania brews.
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The Harmony Inn
230 Mercer StIn Harmony’s National Historic District - offers a public tavern and unique dining experience, featuring local food and an extensive selection of Pennsylvania brews.
Winery
Sparkling hard cider crafted in Pennsylvania from fresh pressed fruit with a gluten-free apple base. Local wines too. Stop in to the tasting room!
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Knockin Noggin Cidery & Winery
600 Main StSparkling hard cider crafted in Pennsylvania from fresh pressed fruit with a gluten-free apple base. Local wines too. Stop in to the tasting room!
Shops & Stops
A unique village of quaint shops, restaurants, wineries and distillery located on Route 208 only 10 minutes from I-79 and I-80. Enjoy shopping on an old-fashioned main street nestled in the rolling hills of scenic western Pennsylvania Amish country.
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Volant Mills
550 Main StA unique village of quaint shops, restaurants, wineries and distillery located on Route 208 only 10 minutes from I-79 and I-80. Enjoy shopping on an old-fashioned main street nestled in the rolling hills of scenic western Pennsylvania Amish country.
Offering seasonal extra virgin olive oils from northern and southern hemispheres as well as aged-balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. In Harmony, PA.
The Enchanted Olive
120 Perry HwyOffering seasonal extra virgin olive oils from northern and southern hemispheres as well as aged-balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. In Harmony, PA.
A unique collection of nature gifts and collectibles like photographs. hand thrown pottery, local maple syrup and honey, embroidery, and hand made bird houses. Most items are from Pennsylvania and promote Butler County products. Tickets for cruises on the boat and the North Country Trail shuttle are sold at The Owlet.
Owlet Gift Shop at McDanels Launch Area
118 North Shore DriveA unique collection of nature gifts and collectibles like photographs. hand thrown pottery, local maple syrup and honey, embroidery, and hand made bird houses. Most items are from Pennsylvania and promote Butler County products. Tickets for cruises on the boat and the North Country Trail shuttle are sold at The Owlet.